This is the 11692nd most frequent Portuguese word.
pipocam
"Pipocam" means "they pop" or "they burst," often used figuratively to describe sudden appearances or occurrences.
Here, 'pipocam' refers to the literal popping sound and action of popcorn when heated.
Durante o filme, as pipocas pipocam na panela.
During the movie, the popcorn pops in the pan.
In this context, 'pipocam' metaphorically describes the frequent and sudden appearance of ideas.
Novas ideias pipocam por toda a sala de aula.
New ideas pop up all over the classroom.
Here, 'pipocam' conveys the spreading or emerging of news frequently and spontaneously.